Our Perspectives
Brightening Ray’s Journey: The Benefits of Companionship for Seniors
Ray Smith will never forget the final months of 2018. “I remember sitting in my house feeling so sorry for…
Trapped Caring for an Elderly Parent? A Tale of Two Women Whose Families Found Relief
We love helping our moms and dads. But if you feel trapped caring for an elderly parent, this story’s for…
Retirement Homes at Christmas: Celebrating a Joyful Holiday Season
Every December, ‘tis the season for Lucas Di Giovanni to be jolly. ‘Tis the time for his team to don…
4 Benefits of Adult Day Care for Your Older Loved One
Cerita Miller is no stranger to stressed-out family caregivers. “I just need a break,” she often hears from daughters, sons,…
The Benefits of Home Care Over Retirement Community Living
What if you could live independently in your home for the rest of your life? Many Canadians dream of aging…
Funeral Preplanning Makes Grieving Less Painful
Imagine having only two days to organize an important event from scratch. When you leave it to family members to…
How One Family Knew It Was Time for Memory Care: 4 Warning Signs
Jan McIntyre’s mother-in-law Ersilia has Alzheimer’s disease. One frosty February day, Ersilia descended from her cozy condo unit into the…
Portable Oxygen Concentrators: A Liberating Alternative to Tanks
If you supplement your breathing with home oxygen therapy, are you satisfied with your equipment? According to Alex Bah, a…
Are Retirement Communities LGBTQ+‑Friendly?
If you’re old enough to downsize into a retirement community, you may recognize that times have changed. Long gone are…
Getting in Shape After 50: The Benefits of Physical Fitness
Lisa Campbell*, a 53-year-old teacher, thinks everyone should be getting in shape after the age of 50. She embraces physical…
At Home On The Golf Course
Top considerations when looking at golf communities. Braestone Club According to a recent NAVICOM study, there are 5.7 million golfers…
The Sandwich Generation: Caregiving for Your Children and Your Elderly Parents
For Terri Archibald—a busy sales manager, university instructor, and registered dental hygienist—it’s nerve-racking knowing her 83-year-old mom lives alone, 350…
Senior Living in Toronto: An Interview with The Sumach by Chartwell
Finding the right retirement home can be overwhelming. Whether it’s you or a family member looking at options for senior…
55-Plus Communities in Owen Sound: An Interview with Sound Lifestyles
If you’re a home downsizer in Toronto or the GTA, maybe you’re wondering, “Where are the best places to retire…
Downsizing in Toronto: An Interview with Dynamic Downsizers
Each person’s downsizing journey is unique, however, there are some common road blocks. Sometimes, just the mere thought of dealing…
Active Adult Communities—Is It The Right CHOICE For ME?
When it comes to downsizing, we are strong advocates of the Goldilocks principle. Simply said, when our clients decide to…
A Taste of the Apple Pie Trail
Ontario’s Apple Pie Country is a fall getaway favourite Biting into a juicy, freshly picked apple is a joyful ritual…
The Benefits of Home Staging
An interview with Home Stager extraordinaire, Keisha Telfer When it comes to preparing your property for sale, the all-important home…
The Numbers Are In
Downsizing Toronto Boomers Are On The Rise As Realtors® who cater to the 50+ demographic, we specialize in aligning real…
Money Matters: An Interview with Adam McHenry
The importance of a savvy financial advisor to help prepare you for retirement is paramount. This up-close & personal interview…
Colour Your World
3 Easy DIY Paint Projects that will make a big impact in your home Ah, Summertime. Are you soaking up…
Spotlight on Prince Edward County
Our top 5 reasons why we love PEC In the heart of summer, most Ontarians are on the move enjoying…
What's Your Perfect RV?
3 Questions that will narrow down your search INSIDE THE OWASCO SHOWROOM The Transitions Realty team recently toured the Owasco…
RV Lifestyle - Trending Strong in 2021
They say July is like the Saturday of summer. This year, we are embracing the month with perhaps even more…
Getting Retirement Ready: An Interview with Jennifer Rovet
A retirement coach is as essential as a financial planner when mapping out your next chapter. Retirement is one of…
Living in Place Design Checklist
ROOM BY ROOM HOUSE TOUR As realtors who cater to finding the perfect home for downsizing retirees, we would be…
The Importance of Ageless Design in Your Forever Home
As downsizing real estate experts, we know there are many facets to a successful third age. That’s why we align…
Your Downsizing Dream Team: The Experts You Need on Your Side For A Smooth Transition
When you start thinking about the transition towards downsizing, creating an early plan for retirement and knowing the right team of…
Decluttering For Downsizing: An Interview With Expert Hellen Buttigieg
We sat down with award-winning professional organizer, life coach and Gemini-nominated HGTV host, Hellen Buttigieg. A bona fide expert in…
Why This Should Be The Last Christmas in Your Family Home
A few years ago, I was facing a dilemma: Stay with my steady paycheque and a career that spanned two…
Is My Home Right For Me?
A well-paying, secure job and the dream of a big family home was what drove the housing decisions for many…
Downsizing While Still Full of Zest
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and seen the reflection of someone much younger than your physical age looking…
Generation Redefinition
If you’re an adult over the age of 55, then you have one thing in common with Tom Hanks, Diane…
Now or Never - Downsizing During A Pandemic
If you’ve been reading the news or just talking to your friends and neighbours lately, you might have heard the…